🎭 Van Wezel’s Future Is Uncertain—Here’s What It Means for Sarasota’s Bayfront
Hey y’all, Michael here with your local lifestyle + real estate pulse from the bay.
The iconic Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has anchored Sarasota since the 1970s. But after Hurricane Milton, it sustained $7–10 million in damage—and bigger decisions are looming.
🛠️ The city’s Purple Ribbon Panel recommends short-term fixes to keep it running 5–7 more years
🏗️ Meanwhile, a brand-new performing arts center is in development at Bay Park
🌊 Some argue it’s time to move on. Others say: preserve and protect.
💸 Engineers estimate around $17 million would future-proof Van Wezel from future floods.
🏡 For nearby homeowners, this isn’t just arts talk—it could shift:
● Local traffic patterns
● Cultural attraction value
● Long-term bayfront real estate perception
📍 Stay tuned + explore your bayfront strategy:
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